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The Search for Meaning Starts in Nature

We consulted with the spirits by night, laughing, drinking, and scaring the demons away.
The Fire Serpent was summoned and grew on wings of flame.

June 16, 2019June 16, 2019 by oddlyeccentric

A Hike to Remember: Dealing with Death, Bears, and High Altitude

The rain intensified as high winds kicked around the vehicles with an unrelenting roar. We couldn’t see much of anything. The hazard lights were on for the… Read more “A Hike to Remember: Dealing with Death, Bears, and High Altitude”

December 16, 2018December 16, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Lost on the Buffalo River Trail – Finishing a 200 Mile Journey

It had been another dark, rainy day of hiking and I had seen very little of the sun. After finishing the Ozark Highlands Trail at Woolum I… Read more “Lost on the Buffalo River Trail – Finishing a 200 Mile Journey”

November 4, 2018November 16, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Buffalo River Trail: A Photographic Journey Through the Ozarks

After several rough days in the rain and darkness I had finally finished the Ozark Highlands Trail. I set no records. I took my sweet, damn time… Read more “Buffalo River Trail: A Photographic Journey Through the Ozarks”

November 1, 2018November 1, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Ozark Highlands Trail: The Final Stretch

After enjoying a beautiful sunny zero day, it was time to get going. The sun disappeared and the gray haze of rain clouds covered the skies. I… Read more “Ozark Highlands Trail: The Final Stretch”

October 19, 2018October 27, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Section 7 of the OHT: Fairview to Moore

After nearly freezing in the night it took some mental coaxing to get out of the hammock in the morning. I waited for the sun and my… Read more “Section 7 of the OHT: Fairview to Moore”

October 14, 2018October 15, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Section 5 of the OHT: The Sound of Wind and Water

Journal Entry: Day 19, 10-23-17: Great Sunny day. Got some water then packed up after coffee and instant breakfast powder as creamer. Headed out late in the… Read more “Section 5 of the OHT: The Sound of Wind and Water”

September 27, 2018October 27, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Section 4 of the OHT Photo Blog: Recharge

Journal Entry – Day 16: Hiked up further into the mountain then descended quickly into Hobo Falls on Cedar Creek. Think I will stay here for a… Read more “Section 4 of the OHT Photo Blog: Recharge”

September 10, 2018September 22, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Ozark Highlands Trail – Preparations and Gear on a Budget

I was staying at a friend’s house for a few days before I left for the Ozark Highlands Trail for final preparations. I had been slowly gathering… Read more “Ozark Highlands Trail – Preparations and Gear on a Budget”

August 5, 2018October 27, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

My Top Photos of 2021

I think it’s been years since I have done a blog. I’ve stayed mostly disconnected and in my own little world. I have done and seen all… Read more “My Top Photos of 2021”

December 31, 2021December 31, 2021 by oddlyeccentric

Arches National Park, Utah

It had been a great road trip from the start at Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower, experiencing Yellowstone in Winter, Zion National Park, Antelope and Grand Canyon.… Read more “Arches National Park, Utah”

December 1, 2018December 1, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Antelope Canyon to the Grand Canyon

We arrived at Antelope Canyon and got a hotel for the night. We started doing some research online to figure out which canyon to go to: Lower… Read more “Antelope Canyon to the Grand Canyon”

November 25, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Acrophobia on Angel’s Landing: Zion National Park, Utah

After a crazy drive through a blizzard we managed to get out of Salt Lake City before all highway lanes were shut down. We escaped the foul… Read more “Acrophobia on Angel’s Landing: Zion National Park, Utah”

November 18, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Yellowstone in Winter

After visiting Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Devils Tower Monuments, we arrived at Yellowstone. Most of the roads were closed because it was so late in the… Read more “Yellowstone in Winter”

November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower

I was fresh off a 200 mile thru-hike and not looking forward to what would have to come next; getting back on my feet in a metaphorical… Read more “Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower”

November 11, 2018November 11, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

100 Photos from a 200 Mile Thru-Hike in the Ozarks

                                                     … Read more “100 Photos from a 200 Mile Thru-Hike in the Ozarks”

November 8, 2018November 8, 2018 by oddlyeccentric

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